Zhuge Qianxing didn't say anything more, only saying, "We need to bring a lot of things, so we'll drive ourselves. The cars are modified, and two of them will be enough for us."
They wanted to get to Geli Snow Mountain as quickly as possible, but the train didn't go directly there. It required several transfers, an oxcart ride, and a hike, which was too much trouble. It would be much more convenient for them to drive themselves.
Zhu Fanfan had no objection: "I have no objection. I learned to drive in the army, so I can take over."
Zhuge Qianxing laughed: "We really don't need that. We use our superpowers to travel. Today, I'll show you what it means to travel a thousand miles at night."
Zhu Fanfan: ? ? ?
Zhuge Qianxing didn't answer Zhu Fanfan's question. The group started loading things into the vehicle. Xi Yan couldn't help but say, "Our vehicle looks like a truck, but we've modified it. In addition to the front seats, we've also added a cargo box in the back. We can sit in the back seat as comfortably as in a car. The back is for loading supplies. Moreover, our vehicle was built by Elder Zhen and his team, with the help of the other teams. It took them three whole years to build just two vehicles. It looks the same as the ones outside, but we actually drive with our special abilities. As long as someone is in the front to steer, that's enough."
While speaking, he led Zhu Fanfan to the car and explained to her: "Our car can also leave the ground, so it won't be bumpy. There are arrays set up inside, so it can even pass through houses. However, it takes too much energy, so we won't do that unless it's an emergency. We'll set off at night and take the straight road, which is even faster than taking a train."
Zhu Fanfan was surprised: "Has our country developed to such an advanced level now?"
Even in the 21st century, this technology wouldn't be this advanced. For a moment, she felt as if she had traveled through time again, this time to a technologically advanced future.
Xi Yan explained, "Of course not. After these two vehicles were completed, the formation team had to rest for half a year before their abilities recovered. Moreover, many of the materials were no longer available, so we couldn't make them again. We are missing too many of the secret manuals in the homes of the assemblers in the supernatural world. Otherwise, we could have made them even better."
Zhu Fanfan couldn't help but exclaim, "This is far more advanced than the secret manual I got from Grandpa Ji. If I had known the Dragon Group had so many good things, I would have definitely come here."
She felt like a frog in a well. She used to think that she had only received top-notch training and that she knew a lot because of her grandfather's careful guidance. But after joining the Dragon Group, she felt that she had gained a lot of knowledge.
Xi Yan hurriedly said, "Then our team leader will apply to transfer you here. Anyway, your information is that you are an external staff member, and your salary and benefits are still being paid. This time, we will directly make you a full-time employee."
Zhu Fanfan refused again: "I see my grandfather every day while I'm in the army. He's old, and I'm worried about him."
Xi Yan had no choice but to give up, as being together as a family was the most important thing. However, Zhuge Qianxing rushed over and said, "Here, the tasks are very flexible. You can decide your own rest time after you finish. You can even rest for a year if you want. There are far fewer rules than in the army."
It's not just few, it's practically none! But Zhu Fanfan still refused: "Grandpa can see me grow up every day while I'm in the army, and he'll be at ease."
Zhuge Qianxing knew Zhu Fanfan's stubbornness, so he stopped talking and said, "Let Xi Yan give you a proper introduction to our Dragon Group. Be sure to let me know when you want to come."
Zhu Fanfan gave a perfunctory reply and followed Xi Yan to tour the two trucks.
After everything was packed up, it got dark. The group got into the car. Unexpectedly, Xi Yan was still the driver. Zhu Fanfan happily wanted to sit in the passenger seat, but Elder Zhen refused. These old guys had to stay in the front and take over when the driver's superpowers became too weak.
Zhu Fanfan could only sit in the back. Zhuge Qianxing continued to persuade her to join the Dragon Group, but Zhu Fanfan simply lay down and said she was sleepy. Zhuge Qianxing could only remain silent.
They sped along, stopping the vehicle at the crack of dawn. They had food on hand, which they cooked using their fire-based abilities. Then, the group rested in the vehicle, while others, feeling cramped, unfolded their cots and rested in the wilderness. They continued their journey that night, finally arriving at their destination the next day.
However, after meeting up with the guide they had previously contacted, the guide changed his mind and refused to take them to Geli Snow Mountain. He said that the gods had already calmed down and they should not disturb them anymore, otherwise they would be punished. No matter how the locals explained that the tremors on the mountain were abnormal and that there might be an earthquake, the mountain people just did not believe it and even wanted to drive them away.
Zhu Fanfan asked, "Isn't this a time to break down feudal superstitions? How dare they openly worship gods? Where do they put our leaders?"
Zhuge Qianxing advised, "Don't be angry. They are from remote areas. The big leader said to respect their culture. We should resolve this peacefully if possible. We need translators to communicate with them slowly. Their Chinese is not very fluent, and education is not widespread here."
Zhu Fanfan retorted, "Our Xinhua State has been established for so many years, how could it not be widespread yet? Do they want to be arrested for obstructing official business?"
Zhuge Qianxing quickly reassured him: "We'll talk to them. Please calm down and rest for a while. We still need their people as guides, so we don't want things to get too tense."
They were completely unfamiliar with this place; the magnetic field here was somewhat chaotic, and it was even more dangerous inside. The people here, at least, were familiar with the surrounding area, which helped them avoid many detours.
Zhu Fanfan was unconvinced. If it weren't for their leader liberating this place, the people here would still be oppressed by slave owners. Why didn't their gods come to help them back then? Now that no one is exploiting them and they can eat their fill, they're thinking of worshipping the gods. Where can you find such a good thing?
Zhuge Qianxing continued to negotiate with them, and finally unloaded several bags of grain from the cart, which relieved both sides.
After Zhuge Qianxing came over, he said, "We'll set off this afternoon. Their rule here is not to go into the mountains in the morning. I know you're angry, but they have their own reasons. Let's all be understanding."
Zhu Fanfan looked Zhuge Qianxing up and down: "How come I didn't know you could be considerate of others?"
Zhuge Qianxing replied, "We're under someone else's roof! We need a guide, and we're only going up the mountain. If things don't go well, we'll have to come back down. We can't make things too awkward. Haven't you noticed that supernatural abilities are greatly affected here? Try using your supernatural abilities."
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